The successful Senior Estimator should have excellent communication skills and great attention to detail. Outstanding senior estimators are able to negotiate with a range of professionals, make accurate time and cost estimates, and resolve any issues that arise.
Job Responsibilities
Estimation of large prestigious high-end interior fit-out projects.
Preparation of bills of quantities.
Adjudication of contractor's claims (measurement).
Responsible for supervising and coordinating Junior Material Specialist and Junior estimator
Estimating and cost control.
Preparing estimates for planning, organizing, and scheduling project work.
Managing the full tender process.
Interpreting specifications, price tenders, and preparation of contract documents.
Interpreting and checking drawings, tender documents, quantities and estimates.
Supervising surveys and interpreting third party survey.
Verifying sub-contractor's claims and verification of Quantity Surveyor's calculations progress of work at site and material on-site / off-site.
Managing and supervising Tender / Quantity Surveyor Department and planning and programming workload.
Maintaining supplier / subcontractor database and consistently seek new companies to pre- qualify for inclusion on tender list.
Develops bid cost estimates for the specified deadlines for submission
Manages the bid calendar to ensure that company is complying with its commitments.
Reviews and comments on technical and commercial specifications.
Prepares material takeoffs to allow Purchasing Dept to obtain market pricing
Coordinates with Production department.
Manages and reviews the performance of Estimating team.
Helps establish and periodically review the Estimating Policies and Procedures of the Company.
Manages the retention of important bid documents/technical specifications according to the Policies and Procedures of the Company as established by the Controller.
Job Skills and Qualification
Proven 5-6 years in commercial interiors, retail manufacturing or fit-out and joinery refurbishments experience as Estimator or similar role
Aptitude in understanding the projects and its requirements
Able to read drawings (2D/3D) and prepare materials request to purchase and/or production purposes
Determine key variables for cost and other estimates
Gather first-hand information from sites, warehouses or other avenues
Conduct research to obtain data on labor costs, materials, production timelines etc.
Use software for data analysis, forecasting and budgeting
Obtain and review offers and quotes by subcontractors and/or vendors
Perform risk analysis
Create and submit estimate reports or bids to appropriate persons (project managers, clients, bidding competitions etc.)
Build relationships with key vendors (subcontractors, suppliers, engineers etc.)
Provide consultation on planning (schedules, manpower needs etc.)
Job Type: Full-time
Ability to commute/relocate:
Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Estimation: 6 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
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